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Summer with Your Au Pair:…

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Cultural Misunderstandings Decoded: What Your…

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The Ripple Effect: How Host…

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Posts by: Marisa Lonic

Marisa Lonic

Marisa is a lover of all things cultural exchange. She and her family have hosted au pairs from Brazil, Germany, Colombia, Spain, and Ecuador. As a mom of four and the founder of Mama Work It, she helps working moms juggle mom life, work life, spouse life, fill in the blank life through her books, courses and coaching programs.

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What to Expect if You Rematch With Your Au Pair

by Marisa Lonic on November 28, 2023
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A rematch with an au pair is when either the host family or au pair (or both) feel it’s best to separate and end the match.
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From Au Pair to Bridesmaid

by Marisa Lonic on November 14, 2023
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When Makenna Larson and her fiancé, Sean, decided to host an au pair in May 2022, they weren’t sure about it. Au pairs were...
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Benefits of Au Pair
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Exploring the Educational Benefits of an Au Pair

by Marisa Lonic on November 6, 2023
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With more and more families sending their children to preschool programs at as early as two years old, it’s evident that building a strong...
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Working Professionals
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Work-Life Balance Tips for Working Parents

by Marisa Lonic on October 23, 2023
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If you’re a working parent, you know balancing work life and family life is not easy! Between tight deadlines, demanding projects, hectic schedules, finding...
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Au Pairs Pros and Cons
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Au Pair Pros and Cons: Exploring the Ups & Downs

by Marisa Lonic on October 10, 2023
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Choosing a childcare provider is not an easy decision. There are pros and cons with any option, and doing your research as a family...
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Are Au Pairs Safe
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Are Au Pairs Safe? Best Practices for Ensuring a Secure Environment for Your Family

by Marisa Lonic on September 25, 2023
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If you ask any parent out there what their primary concern is when it comes to selecting childcare for their children, the answer will...
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Top 5 Myths About Hosting an Au Pair

by Marisa Lonic on August 22, 2023
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Au Pair USA speaks to hundreds of host families annually, and we get a lot of questions when it comes to the au pair...
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Au Pair vs Daycare
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Au Pair vs Daycare: Weighing the Pros and Cons for Working Parents

by Marisa Lonic on August 15, 2023
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Choosing the right childcare provider is a daunting task for any working parent, especially when faced with the au pair vs daycare dilemma. You’ve...
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Au Pair USA au pair Ana Paula with her host family
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How to Create a Host Family Profile That Lands Your Dream Au Pair

by Marisa Lonic on July 24, 2023
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Finding an au pair who will be compatible with your childcare needs, lifestyle, and personality is essential to maximizing your hosting experience.
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Happy kids in the summer
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Summer Routine Incentives for Kids

by Marisa Lonic on July 3, 2023
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Who doesn’t love summer? It’s fun. It’s warm. It’s carefree… well, sort of.  Chances are even if you have time off from work during...
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